Bethany D. Brandon L. Daniel A. Ethan S. Isaac B. Gage M.Assigned theme: Ethic of Hard Work
Your group’s discussion should prove the existence of the theme in the novel AND extend beyond the text by sharing current event issues that connect to the theme.
FIRST-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: In what different ways does the ethic of hard work (or the lack thereof) shape each character? In what ways are some characters consistent or inconsistent in their value of work ethic? How does reward play a part in the development of the characters' work ethic or how is it umimportant to some? Within the novel, how does China's societal structure and tradition affect characters' work ethic?
SECOND--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: In what different ways does the ethic of hard work affect individuals in our society? What consistencies or inconsistencies of work ethic are identifiable within our society (within specific professions)? How does reward play a part in the develpment of work ethic (think within a school, within one's home, and within society as a whole)? How does our society's structure and varied traditions within families affect individuals' work ethic?
Bethany D. Brandon L. Daniel A. Ethan S. Isaac B. Gage M.Assigned theme: Ethic of Hard Work
Your group’s discussion should prove the existence of the theme in the novel AND extend beyond the text by sharing current event issues that connect to the theme.
FIRST-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:In what different ways does the ethic of hard work (or the lack thereof) shape each character?
In what ways are some characters consistent or inconsistent in their value of work ethic?
How does reward play a part in the development of the characters' work ethic or how is it umimportant to some?
Within the novel, how does China's societal structure and tradition affect characters' work ethic?
SECOND--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:In what different ways does the ethic of hard work affect individuals in our society?
What consistencies or inconsistencies of work ethic are identifiable within our society (within specific professions)?
How does reward play a part in the develpment of work ethic (think within a school, within one's home, and within society as a whole)?
How does our society's structure and varied traditions within families affect individuals' work ethic?